What is the cheapest way to get from Penang to Perlis?

The cheapest way to get from Penang to Perlis is to car ferry and train which costs RM 18 - RM 23 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang to Perlis?

The fastest way to get from Penang to Perlis is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs RM 26 - RM 40.

Is there a direct bus between Penang and Perlis?

No, there is no direct bus from Penang to Perlis. However, there are services departing from Terminal Komtar and arriving at Terminal Bukit Lagi via Sungai Nibong and Terminal Shahab Perdana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Penang to Perlis?

The distance between Penang and Perlis is 155 km. The road distance is 156.9 km.

How do I travel from Penang to Perlis without a car?

The best way to get from Penang to Perlis without a car is to car ferry and tram which takes 3h 20m and costs RM 19 - RM 50.

How long does it take to get from Penang to Perlis?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Penang to Perlis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penang to Perlis bus from?

Penang to Perlis bus services, operated by Rapid Penang, depart from Terminal Komtar station.

Where does the Penang to Perlis bus arrive?

Penang to Perlis bus services, operated by Rapid Penang, arrive at Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong station.

Can I drive from Penang to Perlis?

Yes, the driving distance between Penang to Perlis is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Penang to Perlis.

Where can I stay near Perlis?

There are 310+ hotels available in Perlis.

Penang to Perlis - 7 ways to travel via train, car ferry, tram, bus, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Penang to Perlis by car ferry, tram, bus, taxi, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, tram
best
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
2. Take the tram from Butterworth to ArauPadang Besar Line
3h 20m
RM 20–50
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
2. Take the bus from Butterworth Bus Terminal to Kangar
5h 39m
RM 18–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Komtar to Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong303 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong to Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar
3. Take the bus from Terminal Shahab Perdana to Terminal Bukit LagiT14 / ...
5h 32m
RM 46–133
Car ferry, taxi
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
2. Take the taxi from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Kangar
2h 4m
RM 272–322
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Butterworth to ArauButterworth
3h 22m
RM 19–23
Drive 156.9 km
1. Drive from George Town to Kangar156.9 km
1h 56m
RM 27–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from George Town to Kangar156.9 km
1h 56m
RM 300–360

Penang to Perlis by car ferry, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

RM 18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Penang to Perlis.

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Distance: 155.1 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Penang, Malaysia and Perlis, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Terminal Komtar to Terminal Bukit Lagi via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong, Sungai Nibong, and Terminal Shahab Perdana in around 5h 32m.

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